Warner Music Italy is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a major transformation. The company has launched two new frontline labels: Warner Records Italy and Atlantic Records Italy. This move reflects its commitment to evolving with the industry while supporting both established stars and rising talent.
Italian Music Market Surges Ahead
Italy’s music market is booming. In the first half of 2025, recorded music trade turnover rose 9.7% year-on-year, reaching €208.1 million. Meanwhile, paid streaming subscriptions jumped 12.7%, with local acts dominating the charts. To build on this momentum, Warner Music Italy is restructuring its operations. The goal is to create agile, focused teams that can better serve artists and seize new opportunities.
Warner Records Italy will be led by Eleonora Rubini as Label Director. Her team includes Leonardo Luan (Head of A&R), Ruth Hagos (Senior A&R Urban), Anna Rampinelli (Head of Marketing), and Sara Daniele (Head of Promotions). On the other hand, Atlantic Records Italy will be directed by Marco Masoli, supported by Filippo Gimigliano (Head of A&R), Riccardo Primavera (Senior A&R Urban), Gianluca Covezzi (Head of Marketing), and Eleonora Bruno (Head of Promotions). Both directors report to Gianluca Guido, Vice President of Warner Music Italy, and Pico Cibelli, the company’s President.
ADA Italy Expands with New Partnerships
In addition, ADA Italy has announced an exclusive partnership with Andrea Comi (Attica Music) and Davide D’Aquino (Triggger), who recently stepped down as Head of ADA Italy. Under the leadership of Renato Tanchis, ADA will continue to offer distribution and artist services. Comi and D’Aquino will now focus on scouting and artistic development through the WEA Music Italy brand. According to Warner, this collaboration will “strengthen the service offerings for artists and independent labels, further diversifying the portfolio.”
As Warner Music Italy celebrates five decades in the industry, it is embracing change with purpose. By launching two distinct labels and expanding ADA’s role, the company is building a more responsive, artist-first infrastructure. These changes not only honor Warner’s legacy but also ensure it remains a driving force in Italy’s vibrant, streaming-powered music scene.
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